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Richard Guy Carpenter

November 13, 1937 – May 2, 2019

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Richard Guy Carpenter

Richard G. Carpenter age 81, passed away May 2, 2019. Richard was born November 13, 1937 in Detroit, Michigan. Richard is a veteran of the United States Navy.
Beloved husband of Barbara Ann. Loving father of Lonie (The late Fred) Erdman, Robert (Lynn) Carpenter, Anne (Tim Beitel) McCoy, Ronald (The late Donna) Carpenter, Nancy (Joseph) Ricci, Jeffery Carpenter, the late Richard Carpenter. Richard is survived by many grandchildren and many great grandchildren.
Brother of the late Beverly Kraft.
Memorial gathering will be held on Saturday May 18, 2019 from 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. with services Saturday May 18, 2019 at 6:00 P.M. Edward Swanson & Son Funeral Home 30351 Dequindre Road Madison Heights, Michigan 48071.

Memories

Richard Guy Carpenter

Angela Carpenter

May 13, 2019

Deanna Carpentet

May 13, 2019

My Papa. Where do I began, what a man of love and laughter he truly cherished his family he was one of kind for sure. I had a special bond with my beloved Papa we spoke daily and laughed about a lot everyday life. He was Encouraging motivational and always wanted to teach somebody something if they were willing to sit and listen to his knowledge my papa was always telling me how proud he was of me because at one point in my life I was difficult but I did a 360 and my papa used to always tell me he knew I had it in me I will always cherish his memories keep his photos near and always talk to him in my prayers I’m glad that I got to see you and hold your hand and kiss your cheek to tell you that I love you and it was OK to go home and be with the Lord because you were suffering I’m glad now that you’re comfortable and with my mother up there living your best life I love you Papa and I miss you truly and I will always remember you sharing your stories and memories.

Kim Lipman

May 11, 2019

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. We will be unable to attend the services as we have a previous commitment but our hearts will be with all of you.

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